Tool Setter Operator
Apply now »Date: Nov 6, 2024
Location: Chandler - Arizona, US, 85226
Company: Heraeus
Summary
Set up the cutting or shaping tools needed for CNC machines for precision work. Measure and mark reference points and fix work pieces, position and fasten cutting tools, and adjust machine trowels using basic hand tools and specialty equipment. Coordinates with operations to preset tools as well as manage tooling inventory and fixtures.
This role works a 4x10 shift (4-days a week, 10-hours/day). The scheduled shift for this role is Monday - Thursday, 4:30pm - 3:00AM.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as required):
• Assemble and tear down of tooling such as end mills and drills.
• Prepare necessary tooling to ensure CNC uptime and maintain supermarket for additional tooling
• Pre-setting of tools using a Pre-setter and utilization of balancer
• Maintain fixture locations, tooling cabinets and shadow boards
• Maintain & distribute tooling carts as necessary
• Utilize Kanban to reorder tooling as needed and follow up with supply chain as needed.
• Maintain Quality standards and Objectives
• Support 5S and other Lean Manufacturing initiatives
• Trains and instructs other employees as directed
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Capable of inspecting, mounting, aligning, and securing tools for CNC production
• Capable of utilizing pre-setter and balancer.
• Ability to maintain fixture locations and back up tooling
• Experience with inventory, Kanban, and min/max systems
• Previous experience with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and other measurement devices
• Experience with 5S/Lean manufacturing methodologies
Education and/or Experience
• Basic computer skills required,
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to read/speak English to understand instructions
• Basic knowledge of electro/mechanical principles is preferred
• Knowledge of tool room surface grinder a plus
• Requires good eye/hand coordination and the ability to operate hand and power tools
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as safety rules and operating instruction
• Requires strong attention to detail, safety consciousness and concern for quality work
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and government officials. Ability to effectively communicate (orally and in writing) with all levels within the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills required.
Mathematical Skills
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications. The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Computer Skills
Ability to operate a personal computer, copy machine, laminator, label printer, and MS applications primarily including Excel and Outlook.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to apply common sense towards the execution of responsibilities. The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to work with a minimum of supervision; must be a self-starter.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
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